Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Joseph M Gallagher School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph M Gallagher School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph M Gallagher School's student population of 632 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph M Gallagher School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph M Gallagher School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2748 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
36%
8%
Black
44%
17%
White
13%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph M Gallagher School's ranking?
Joseph M Gallagher School is ranked #2748 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Joseph M Gallagher School often compared to?
Joseph M Gallagher Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion C Seltzer Elementary School, Clark School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Joseph M Gallagher School?
632 students attend Joseph M Gallagher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Joseph M Gallagher School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph M Gallagher School?
Joseph M Gallagher School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph M Gallagher School offer ?
Joseph M Gallagher School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph M Gallagher School part of?
Joseph M Gallagher School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph M Gallagher School located?
Joseph M Gallagher School is located in the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Detroit Shoreway.
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